1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 568 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Applause. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Applause | Touran |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
