2000 Toyota Solara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Toyota Solara 2007 Volkswagen Golf
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Solara Golf
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 251 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 95.5 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1204 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2590 mm


 

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