2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 250 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
