2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 118 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |