2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
