2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.

Because 2009 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 325 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 325 Scirocco
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1984 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1404 mm