2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
