1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 398 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi 400 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
