2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2008 Hyundai Matrix (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Matrix | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |