2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
