2000 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 861 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
