2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter

To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.

Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 328 Transporter
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5300 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L