2005 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 325 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |