2010 Renault Duster vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 173 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2008 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Duster | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Duster | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
