1996 Nissan Presea vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Presea. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Presea | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Presea | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |