2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |