2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 844 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
