2006 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
