2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Golf | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
