2004 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 181 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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2004 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.2 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 | 984 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |