2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 855 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touareg | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |