2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |