1999 Fiat Scudo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Scudo | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Scudo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
