2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hilux | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1404 mm |
