2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
