2001 Volkswagen Microbus vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 393 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. 2010 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Microbus | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
