2006 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Tacoma | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | Fusca |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |