2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 383 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |