Volkswagen Golf 1996 vs Volkswagen Vento 1996
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 1.9 Diesel | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 235 NM | 202 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Golf is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 20 HP more power than Volkswagen Vento, whereas torque is 33 NM more than Volkswagen Vento. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | 5.0 | |
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The Volkswagen Vento is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Golf consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Vento, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volkswagen Golf could require 210 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 1100 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 1300 km on highway | ||
| Volkswagen Vento gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 560'000 km | 630'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volkswagen Vento engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 4 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A6, Seat Alhambra, Seat Leon | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Volkswagen Golf, Audi 80, Seat Alhambra | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Golf might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Volkswagen Vento 1996 1.9 engine: This engine stands out for its durability and generally remains trouble-free until it has been used extensively over many years. Despite its robust construction, the wear and tear from prolonged use, ... More about Volkswagen Vento 1996 1.9 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.02 m | 4.38 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.42 m | |
| Volkswagen Golf is 36 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Vento, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`200 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
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