2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |