2002 Mitsubishi eK vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2002 Mitsubishi eK and 2002 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi eK.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi eK | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | eK | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2512 mm |
