2001 Toyota Opa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. Both 2001 Toyota Opa and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 314 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Opa | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Opa | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |