2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. Both 2003 Renault Be Bop and 2008 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Be Bop | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Be Bop | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |