2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 429 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.

Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 330 Caddy
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 17.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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