2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1389 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Volkswagen Toyota
Model Golf Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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