2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Peugeot Partner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1867 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
