Comparison BMW 3 Series Touring (E91, facelift 2009) 325i (218 Hp) xDrive & Volkswagen Golf IV (1J1) 1.6 i 16V FSI (110 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model: | 3 Series | Golf |
| Generation: | 3 Series Touring (E91, facelift 2009) | Golf IV (1J1) |
| Engine / modification: | 325i (218 Hp) xDrive | 1.6 i 16V FSI (110 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2009 year | 2002 year |
| Production end: | 2012 year | 2003 year |
| Coupe type: | Combi | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 5 | 3/5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 11.1 l/100 km | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.31 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 63 l | 55 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 | |
| CO2 emissions: | 190 g/km | |
| Power: | 218 hp | 110 hp |
| Max power in: | 6100 rpm. | 5800 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 242 km/h | 194 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.7 sec | 10.6 sec |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 2400-4200 rpm. | 155 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | N53B30 | BAD |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 2996 cm3 | 1598 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.2 l | 6 l |
| Fuel System: | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 12 | 12 |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | All wheel drive (4x4) | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | - | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 5 |
| Length: | 4527 mm | 4149 mm |
| Width: | 1817 mm | 1735 mm |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1989 mm | |
| Height: | 1418 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm | 2511 mm |
| Front track: | 1506 mm | 1513 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1535 mm | 1494 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 140 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 460 l | 175 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1385 l | 1184 l |
| Front suspension: | Independent, spring | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension: | Multi-link independent | Helical spring |
| Max weight: | 2180 kg | |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1640 kg | 1125 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Electric Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1700 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg | |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R17 91W | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 17 | 6J x 15 |