Volkswagen Golf 1997 vs Volvo V40 2016

 
Volkswagen Golf
1997 - 2000
Volvo V40
2016 -
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.5 Petrol

Performance

Power: 101 HP152 HP
Torque: 145 NM250 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.5 seconds8.3 seconds
Volvo V40 is a more dynamic driving.
Volkswagen Golf engine produces 51 HP less power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 105 NM less than Volvo V40. Due to the lower power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 4.2 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.4no data
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres62 litres
580 km with real consumption810 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 engine: The most common issues with this engine are unstable idle and excessive vibrations. These problems are often resolved by cleaning the fuel injectors or the throttle body. Another frequent source of trouble ...  More about Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 4.15 m4.37 m
Width: 1.74 m1.80 m
Height: 1.44 m1.44 m
Volkswagen Golf is smaller, but slightly higher.
Volkswagen Golf is 22 cm shorter than the Volvo V40, 6 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: no data324 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1500 litres
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.1 metres more than that of the Volvo V40.
Power steering: Hydraulic power steeringElectric power steering
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering.
Gross weight (kg): no datano data
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

above average
Average price (€): 120011 400
Pros and Cons: Volkswagen Golf has
  • hydraulic power steering
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Volvo V40 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • electric power steering
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