2004 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall Meriva | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Meriva | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |