1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 137 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cresta | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
