2000 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 839 kg more than 2000 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
