2007 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 BMW 118 and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
Because 2007 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 118 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |