2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X6 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |