2007 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
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 X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
