2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
