2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 330 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
