2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 463 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 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Golf | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
