2008 Nissan Note vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note.
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 Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Note | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
