2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 678 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Golf | 640 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 630 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |