2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1442 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 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
