2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
