2006 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 745 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 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 217 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 429 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 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
