2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
