2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 5 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Endeavor | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
