2003 Honda That vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 4 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 393 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That 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, 2003 Honda That 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That. 2003 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda That | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | That | Golf |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |