2012 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X3 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X3 | Golf |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |