2010 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1404 mm |
