1996 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 15 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Juke |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
