1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 1999 Volkswagen Golf and 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,422 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |