2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |