2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.

Because 2009 BMW 120 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 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 120 2005 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 120 Golf
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 218 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 55 L


 

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