1994 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Lexcen | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Lexcen | Golf |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |