Comparison BMW 5 Series (E39, Facelift 2000) 525d (163 Hp) & Volkswagen Golf II (5-door) 1.8 (90 Hp) Automatic
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| Brand: | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model: | 5 Series | Golf |
| Generation: | 5 Series (E39, Facelift 2000) | Golf II (5-door) |
| Engine / modification: | 525d (163 Hp) | 1.8 (90 Hp) Automatic |
| Production start: | 2000 year | 1983 year |
| Production end: | 2003 year | 1987 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 5 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 9.2 l/100 km | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.34 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 70 l | 55 l |
| Emission standard: | EURO3 | |
| Power: | 163 hp | 90 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000 rpm. | 5200 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 219 km/h | 173 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec | 13 sec |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 2000 rpm. | 145 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M57D25 | GU |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | |
| Engine displacement: | 2497 cm3 | 1781 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l | 3 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l | 6.5 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Carburettor |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharger / Intercooler | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | OHC | SOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 2 |
| Compression ratio: | 17.5 | 10 |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 5 | 3 |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 5 | |
| Length: | 4775 mm | 3985 mm |
| Width: | 1800 mm | 1665 mm |
| Height: | 1435 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
| Front track: | 1512 mm | 1427 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1526 mm | 1422 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Front overhang: | 810 mm | |
| Rear overhang: | 700 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 460 l | 345 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1145 l | |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | |
| Rear suspension: | Several levers and rods | Elastic beam |
| Max weight: | 2115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Drum |
| Kerb Weight: | 1575 kg | 900 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 470 kg | |
| Tire size: | 205/65 R15 | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size: | R15 | 5.5J x 13 |