2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M3 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
