2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 178 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Acura |
| Model | Golf | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
