2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touran | Optra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
