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Comparison Volvo 240 (P242,P244) 2.3 (112 Hp) & Volkswagen Golf IV (1J1) 1.9 TDI (101 Hp)


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Volvo 240 (P242,P244) 2.3 (112 Hp)
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Brand: Volvo Volkswagen
Model: 240 Golf
Generation: 240 (P242,P244) Golf IV (1J1)
Engine / modification: 2.3 (112 Hp) 1.9 TDI (101 Hp)
Production start: 1980 year 2002 year
Production end: 1984 year 2003 year
Coupe type: Sedan Hatchback
Num. of Doors: 3/5
Num. of seats: 5
Fuel consumption / economy - urban: 6.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: 4.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption / economy - combined: 5.2 l/100 km
Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline) Diesel
Fuel tank volume: 55 l
Power: 112 hp 101 hp
Max power in: 4000 rpm.
Maximum speed: 188 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: 11.3 sec
Torque: 240 Nm @ 1800 rpm.
Model Engine: ATD, AXR, BEW
Engine position: Front, longitudinal
Engine displacement: 1896 cm3
Engine oil capacity: 4.5 l
Coolant: 6 l
Fuel System: Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector)
Aspiration / Turbine: Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler)
Position of cylinders: Inline
Valvetrain: OHC
Number of cylinders: 4
Number of valves per cylinder: 2
Compression ratio: 19
Piston Stroke: 95.5 mm
Cylinder Bore: 79.5 mm
Wheel Drive: Front wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission): 5
Number of Gears (manual transmission): 5
Length: 4149 mm
Width: 1735 mm
Height: 1444 mm
Wheelbase: 2511 mm
Front track: 1513 mm
Rear (Back) track: 1494 mm
Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): 330 l
Maximum amount of Luggage (trunk): 1184 l
Front suspension: Wishbone
Rear suspension: Helical spring
Max weight: 1740 kg
Front brakes: Ventilated discs
Rear brakes: Disc
Kerb Weight: 1205 kg
ABS: yes
Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 11 m
Tire size: 195/65 R15 V
Wheel rims size: R15