2005 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
