2009 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1593 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
