2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 2007 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |