2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
