1998 Suzuki Samurai vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Suzuki Samurai | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samurai | Gol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
