2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW M3 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 2012 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Tiguan | M3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |