2010 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 844 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | GTI | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
