2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2009 Volkswagen Golf
Make BMW Volkswagen
Model 125 Golf
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 55 L


 

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