2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
