2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |