1990 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (99 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Because 1990 BMW 525 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 1990 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |