2009 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (248 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X5 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
