2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | LT 35 HR Panel Van | 125 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 139 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
