2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Auris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Auris | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Auris | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |