2008 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2009 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
