2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 236 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.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Century. 2000 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Golf | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
