1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 406 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Applause | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
