2010 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2010 BMW 118 and 2010 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 103 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 118 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 118 | Polo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4 L/100km | 3.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |