2007 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
