Comparison BMW M3 Convertible (E46) 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) & Volkswagen Golf VII 2.0 TDI (150 Hp)
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| Brand: | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model: | M3 | Golf |
| Generation: | M3 Convertible (E46) | Golf VII |
| Engine / modification: | 3.2i 24V (343 Hp) | 2.0 TDI (150 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2001 year | 2012 year |
| Production end: | 2006 year | 2014 year |
| Coupe type: | Cabriolet | Hatchback |
| Num. of Doors: | 2 | 5 |
| Num. of seats: | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 17.9 l/100 km | 5.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 8.8 l/100 km | 3.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 12.1 l/100 km | 4.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) | Diesel |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.35 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 63 l | 50 l |
| Power: | 343 hp | 150 hp |
| Max power in: | 7900 rpm. | 3000-4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | 216 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 5.5 sec | 8.6 sec |
| Torque: | 365 Nm @ 4900 rpm. | 320 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | S54B32 | CRBC, CRLB, DFGA |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, transverse |
| Engine displacement: | 3246 cm3 | 1968 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l | |
| Fuel System: | Multi-point injection | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5 | |
| Piston Stroke: | 91 mm | |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm | |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Front wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | - | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | 6 |
| Length: | 4492 mm | 4255 mm |
| Width: | 1780 mm | 1799 mm |
| Height: | 1363 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2731 mm | 2637 mm |
| Front track: | 1508 mm | 1549 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1525 mm | 1520 mm |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 300 l | 380 l |
| Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): | 1270 l | |
| Front suspension: | Wishbone | |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | |
| Max weight: | 2100 kg | 1860 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | |
| Kerb Weight: | 1655 kg | 1354 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Electric Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.0 m | 10.9 m |
| Tire size: | 225/45 R18; 255/40 R18 | |
| Wheel rims size: | 8J x 18; 9J x 18 |