2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Volkswagen Kombi were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi, 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 525 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
