2003 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 520 | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |