2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Caldina | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |