2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |