2010 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 118 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
