2010 Holden Calais vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2010 Holden Calais and 2010 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2010 Holden Calais is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Holden Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Holden Calais has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Holden Calais | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |