2011 Renault Logan vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Renault Logan | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Logan | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |