2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 207 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 207 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | 207 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |