2005 Toyota Hilux vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 269 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Hilux | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1105 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2512 mm |