2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1027 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 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |