2008 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.

Because 2008 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 335 Tiguan
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1557 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L