2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Altima | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |