2012 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 335 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
