1996 Toyota Supra vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 391 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Supra | T5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
