1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1999 Volkswagen Golf and 1999 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Ford Windstar. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Windstar.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Windstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 1999 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5103 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3066 mm |
