2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 326 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Yaris 2012 Volkswagen Golf
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Yaris Golf
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.7 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1684 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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