2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 932 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
