2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 BMW 750 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. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Golf | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
