2001 Nissan Almera vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Almera | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2512 mm |
