2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |