Volkswagen Golf 2012 vs Volvo V60 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds | |
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Volvo V60 is a more dynamic driving. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 40 HP less power than Volvo V60, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Volvo V60. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | 4.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.9 l/100km | 5.5 l/100km | |
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The Volvo V60 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf could require 120 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 67 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1040 km in combined cycle | 1670 km in combined cycle | |
| 1190 km on highway | 1910 km on highway | ||
| 840 km with real consumption | 1210 km with real consumption | ||
| Volvo V60 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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Volkswagen Golf has 4x4: It has Haldex Generation V proactive automatic four-wheel drive. The system analyzes input from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster engagement when needed. Under normal driving conditions, the torque split is 100% front to 0% rear. If wheel spin is detected, torque can be split evenly between the axles (50%/50%). | |||
| Volvo V60 2015 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo V60 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.56 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volkswagen Golf is 7 cm shorter than the Volvo V60, 3 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 605 litres | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1620 litres | 1241 litres | |
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Volkswagen Golf has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Volvo V60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Golf (by 379 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 1 metres less than that of the Volvo V60, which means Volkswagen Golf can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`010 kg | 2`170 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`528 kg | 1`616 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 482 kg | 554 kg | |
| Volkswagen Golf load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 15 procentiem less than Volvo V60. Therefore, Volvo V60 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | Volvo V60 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf has serious deffects in 70 percent more cases than Volvo V60, so Volvo V60 quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 5600 | 9000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.7/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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