2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2011 Nissan Tiida is newer by 4 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Nissan Tiida. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Tiida |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |