1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 50 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 Kia Sportage. 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 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Sportage |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |