2009 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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 |
