2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 790 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |