2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1491 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2005 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Avanti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Studebaker | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2520 mm |
