2007 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 320 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
