2009 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 118 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
