2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 527 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | C-MAX | Gol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
