2001 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1441 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |