2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | RunX | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 2307 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
