2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 63 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 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Golf | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
