2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Express | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
