1998 Toyota Tercel vs 1998 Volkswagen Golf/GTI
| EPA figure | 1998 Toyota Tercel | 1998 Volkswagen Golf/GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body · drive | Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas | Compact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 29 | 24 |
| City / highway MPG | 26 / 34 | 21 / 28 |
| Fuel a year | $2,300 | $2,800 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 306 | 370 |
| Engine | 1.5 L 4-cyl | 2.0 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd | Manual 5-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.