2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |