2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Proton Satria
To start off, both 2009 Volkswagen Golf and 2009 Proton Satria were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Satria.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Satria. 2009 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Proton Satria has manual transmission. 2009 Proton Satria will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Proton Satria | |
Make | Volkswagen | Proton |
Model | Golf | Satria |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |