2004 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
