2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |