2000 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 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 82 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |