2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 507 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 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
