2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S60 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volvo S60 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | S60 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |