2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |