1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot Partner | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2512 mm |
