2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3. 2009 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |