2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Golf | Albea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |