2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm) has 880 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Brooklands | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1050 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |