1993 Toyota Supra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.

Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Toyota Supra 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Supra Touran
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 13.5:1
Top Speed 262 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2680 mm


 

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