Volkswagen Golf 2009 vs BMW 3 series 2008
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 102 HP | 122 HP | |
| Torque: | 148 NM | 160 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 20 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 12 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 6.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km | 7.2 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf could require 165 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 1030 km in combined cycle | |
| 960 km on highway | 1230 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 870 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Golf engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A3, Volkswagen Touran | Used also on BMW 1 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Golf might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 2009 1.6 engine: This engine is simple and reliable, rarely causing significant issues for owners.
Fluctuating idle speed is often linked to a clogged fuel pump strainer or air leaks in the intake system. If vibrations or ... More about Volkswagen Golf 2009 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.53 m | 4.53 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.44 m | |
| Volkswagen Golf and BMW 3 series are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 460 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1495 litres | no data | |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage capacity. Volkswagen Golf has 45 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.1 metres less than that of the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`890 | 1`960 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| BMW 3 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volkswagen Golf, so BMW 3 series quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 5800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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