2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial

To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Volkswagen Commercial were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 335 Commercial
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2461 cc
Horse Power 300 HP 108 HP
Torque 407 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 139 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 2580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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