2007 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |