Volkswagen Golf 2009 vs Peugeot 308 2008
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Golf is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Golf engine produces 5 HP less power than Peugeot 308, but torque is 10 NM more than Peugeot 308. Despite less power, Volkswagen Golf reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 5.1 | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volkswagen Golf consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 308, which means that by driving the Volkswagen Golf over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 1410 km on highway | 1420 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2008 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ... More about Peugeot 308 2008 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.53 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.50 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Volkswagen Golf is 3 cm longer than the Peugeot 308, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 508 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1495 litres | 1736 litres | |
| Volkswagen Golf has 3 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 308. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 308 (by 241 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`980 | 2`150 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volkswagen Golf scores higher in safety tests. The Peugeot 308 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | below average | |
| Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 308 has serious deffects in 50 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 4400 | 2800 | |
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