2001 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura Integra | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
Model | Integra | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1404 mm |