2008 Smart Ultimate 112 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
Because 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Ultimate 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Smart Ultimate 112 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ultimate 112 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
