2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.5 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
