1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 217 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
