2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 297 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |