2005 BMW 645 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 645 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 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 645 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
