2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Tiguan | 325 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |