1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 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. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
Model | Golf | 9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |