1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 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), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 334 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 2012 Kia Sorento. 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 (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento 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. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
