2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
