1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |