2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Express and 2011 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1463 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Express 2011 Volkswagen Golf
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Express Golf
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 280 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2753 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5692 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 2012 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 2070 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3429 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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