2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Golf | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
