2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 57 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Camry Scirocco
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1984 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1404 mm


 

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