2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
| Model | Golf | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
