2003 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Crown | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Crown | W12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |