2006 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1200 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |