1996 Toyota Century vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1996 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 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Century | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Century | Touran |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |