1999 Toyota Paseo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 394 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Paseo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Paseo | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |