2000 Toyota Yaris vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 506 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Yaris | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
