2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, both vehicles can yield 165 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |