2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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2005 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |