2001 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rezzo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
