1996 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Volkswagen Golf | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |