2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
