2006 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Celica | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
