2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Yaris and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1609 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |