2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5495 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |