2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jetta (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
