Volkswagen Golf 1989 vs BMW 5 series 2005
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Volkswagen Golf) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (BMW 5 series) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 69 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 118 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds | |
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BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 94 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 222 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 7.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 | 6.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km | 7.6 l/100km | |
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The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf could require 285 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 760 km on highway | 1270 km on highway | ||
| 650 km with real consumption | 920 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.98 m | 4.84 m | |
| Width: | 1.66 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.47 m | |
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Volkswagen Golf is smaller. Volkswagen Golf is 86 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 19 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 330 litres | 520 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Volkswagen Golf has 190 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.5 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Volkswagen Golf can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`420 | 2`060 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 4400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.8/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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