2007 BMW 630 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2007 BMW 630 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 630 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 630 Golf
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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