2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 120 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 2008 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 120 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 120 Golf
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 213 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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