2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 2001 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Previa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2900 mm |
