2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2009 Renault Sandero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Renault Sandero. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
