2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo 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) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 631 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4246 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1782 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
