2006 BMW 645 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 645 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
