2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 101 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |