2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 330 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |