2007 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2007 BMW 318 and 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 318 | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |