2006 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 750 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 750 Golf
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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