1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 697 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
