2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
