2011 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco and 2011 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Scirocco | 120 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1430 mm |
