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 (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 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 358 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 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). 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 | 1398 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
