2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 318 (280 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |