2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3201 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
