2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 314 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Golf | Aygo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |