2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Tiguan | 530 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |