2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |