2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1993 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 269 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 1993 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 1993 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Golf | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
