2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 1007. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Golf | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
