1998 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 713 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.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Routan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |