2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 840 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Nissan Navara 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. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
