2006 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Stavic | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stavic | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
