2009 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 530 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
