2001 Toyota RunX vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota RunX | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RunX | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |