2005 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 559 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Multivan | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
