2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Z9 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
