2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 844 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Kombi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Kombi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |