2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf and 2008 Proton Satria were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Proton Satria | |
Make | Volkswagen | Proton |
Model | Golf | Satria |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |