2005 Toyota Echo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Echo | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Echo | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 932 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
