2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 419 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X3 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model X3 Golf
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.9 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 55 L


 

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