2008 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
