2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 991 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Transporter | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |