2011 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 116. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Scirocco | 116 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1421 mm |
