2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |