2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Toyota Sienna | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |