2006 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
