2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 141 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1200 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
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 | 3.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |