2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Hyundai | BMW |
| Model | Entourage | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
