2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Because 2008 Volkswagen GLI is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GLI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GLI.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | GLI |
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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |