2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf and 2008 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 539 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Renault Logan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
Model | Golf | Logan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |