2009 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2009 Nissan Grand Livina and 2003 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
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2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Livina | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |