1998 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Golf | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
