2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 418 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Echo | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Echo | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2578 mm |