2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI and 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic. 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI | 2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI Trendline Automatic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |