2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 721 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Nano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Golf | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
