1999 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 67 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Previa | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
