2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Cube |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |