2008 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 535 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
