2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1189 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
