1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
Model | Golf | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |