The Hatchback version of the Golf model has a 1968 cc (120.0 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Turbo Diesel engine.
This particular Volkswagen-VW Golf GT TDi 170 has a 6 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's FWD system.
The Golf's 1968 cc (120.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 168 bhp (125 kW) @ 4200 rpm.
The Volkswagen-VW Golf produces torque measuring 258 lb-ft (349.8 Nm) @ 1750 rpm.
The Golf weighs around 1293 kg (2850 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 129.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 199.5 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Volkswagen-VW Golf GT TDi 170 - [2006] has a top speed of 137 mph (220.4 kph)
This Golf accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 8.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 8.4s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.68 seconds with a trap speed of 86.2 mph.
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