2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi 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 Variant 2.0 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0 (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi.
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 2.0 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
