2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 280 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |