2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Altima | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Altima | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |