2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
