On 11/3/02 12:13 PM, "Matthew Libby" <MLibby1@CFL.RR.COM> wrote:

> Im looking to buy a VW golf (2003), and cant decide between the TDI (diesel)
> or the gas.  Im torn.  The diesel is 2k more than the gas and offers only 90hp
> compared to 115hp in the gas.  However, it offers 20ftlbs more torque and
> almost 50mpg!  Can anyone tell me anything about these two engines,
> reliability, longevity, maintainence, perfomance...
>
> PS- im selling my westy to pay for this, any buyers?

    I highly recommend the TDI.  It has it's maintenance quirks, but nowhere
near those of the Vanagon.  It is a dream to drive and the 50+ MPG with the
ability to run on Biodiesel is great.

    90hp is for starters.  With a few quick performance mods (chip,
injectors/nozzles, intake and exhaust) you can end up well over 150hp.

    I highly recommend heading on over to http://www.tdiclub.com and reading
the FAQ.

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Bob O'Shaughnessy,         Columbus, OH
vanagon@columbus.rr.com
99 A3 Jetta TDI
82 Diesel Westy (with blown engine) + Quantum TD engine
74 Bus (Dad's)
72 Wife, 95 Cat, 96 Cat, 98 Kid, 00 Kid, 01 Dog
25 House