2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 4 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), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
