2000 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 716 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |