2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |