2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI, 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 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 550 | GTI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |