2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Gol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2480 mm |
