2003 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
