2000 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, both 2000 BMW 318 and 2000 Volkswagen AAC were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2000 Volkswagen AAC has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volkswagen AAC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | AAC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |