2003 Toyota Echo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Echo | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
