2012 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2012 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 2012 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 118 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 118 | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |