2008 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 118 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
