2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT and 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT.
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 Variant 1.9 TDi (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT.
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2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 GT | 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDi | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |