2000 Peugeot Kart Up vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Kart Up would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kart Up | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
