2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | TSO | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
