2002 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 62 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Holden Commodore 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 1999 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Golf | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Golf | Commodore |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |