Two Hatchbacks with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the powertrain, starting price, horsepower, fuel economy, and maximum occupancy. First of all, the 2016 Hyundai Veloster has a more powerful engine than the 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel, and it gets 6.5 fewer miles on a gallon of fuel. Also, there is a $4,345 difference in the base MSRP. The 2015 Golf Diesel has a higher starting price than the 2016 Veloster. In addition, you'll seat one more passenger in the Golf Diesel than in the Veloster. Among similarities are the body structure, ground shadow size, and height.