1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1517 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 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
| Model | Golf | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
