1994 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 BMW 518.
Because 1994 BMW 518 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 1994 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 518 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 518 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
