2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 593 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |