2008 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2008 BMW 730 and 2008 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 2008 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Citi, 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 730 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 49 L |
