2009 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
