2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 577 kg more than 2012 BMW 328.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Multivan | 328 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
