1990 BMW 518 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 518 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |