1995 Toyota Century vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Century weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1995 Toyota Century 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 1995 Toyota Century. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Century. 1995 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Century | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Century | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
