2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 859 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW X5 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model X5 Golf
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 206 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2195 kg 1336 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 55 L


 

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