1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 792 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
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1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Golf | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |