2009 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
