2004 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 330 (300 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |