2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Logan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
