1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
