2001 Toyota Pod vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 31 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pod | Parati |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
