2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Transporter | 535 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |