2005 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 549 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | MDX | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
