2003 Toyota Echo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1334 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Echo | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
