1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2003 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Lantra | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2512 mm |