1997 Nissan President vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan President 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 1997 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan President | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | Golf |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
