2008 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Trevis | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trevis | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |