2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |