2004 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 320 | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |