2006 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, both 2006 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 530 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 760 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 760. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. 2006 BMW 760 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 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 760 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 760 Caddy
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 439 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.8 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 60 L


 

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