2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |