2006 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3201 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |