2008 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Avalon and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalon | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |