1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 193 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
