2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
