1998 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 976 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
