2006 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 BMW 645 and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 645 | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |