2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 886 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 X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X5 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model X5 Golf
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 55 L


 

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