2008 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Almera 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Almera weights approximately 1121 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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Almera | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Almera | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
