Volkswagen Golf 2001 is more dynamic to drive. Volkswagen Golf 2001 engine produces 25 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf 1998, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Volkswagen Golf 1998. Thanks to more power Volkswagen Golf 2001 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.2
9.2
Fuel tank capacity:
55 litres
55 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
590 km in combined cycle
590 km in combined cycle
770 km on highway
800 km on highway
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
440'000 km
460'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
9 years
4 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A4, Skoda Octavia, Audi A3
Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A6, Audi A4, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Bora
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volkswagen Golf 2001 might be a better choice in this respect.
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.8 engine: The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty catalytic converter. The oil pump and chain tensioner also tend to have problems.
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.15 m
4.15 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.44 m
Both cars are similar in size. Volkswagen Golf 2001 and Volkswagen Golf 1998 are practically the same length.
Volkswagen Golf 2001 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Golf 1998 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf 2001, so Volkswagen Golf 2001 quality is probably significantly better
