1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | A | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
