2004 Toyota Will vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Will would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Will weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2004 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Will | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Will | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |