2007 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 927 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multivan | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
