2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2000 Nissan Almera 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. 2000 Nissan Almera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Almera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
