2000 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 8 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) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
