2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 442 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 252 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |