2004 Fiat Albea vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Fiat Albea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Albea. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 173 kg more than 2004 Fiat Albea. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Albea | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Albea | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |