2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |