2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Auris would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Auris | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Auris | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1404 mm |