2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 283 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
