2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Hilux and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Hilux | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |