2005 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius. 2005 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Prius | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Prius | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| 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 | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
