2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen Golf and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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 Transporter (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Transporter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |