1997 Toyota Tercel vs 1997 Volkswagen Golf/GTI
| EPA figure | 1997 Toyota Tercel | 1997 Volkswagen Golf/GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body · drive | Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 31 | 22 |
| City / highway MPG | 28 / 35 | 19 / 26 |
| Fuel a year | $2,150 | $3,050 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 287 | 404 |
| Engine | 1.5 L 4-cyl | 2.0 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd | Automatic 4-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.