2005 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. (8 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2002 Volkswagen 1 Litre | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | 1 Litre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 8 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1120 mm |
