2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Golf | Splash |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |