2006 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
