2000 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
