2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
