1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz S and 1999 Volkswagen Gol were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 959 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Gol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Gol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | S | Gol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2480 mm |
