1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 595 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Venza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
