2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Platina | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Platina | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2512 mm |