1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
