2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
