2008 Toyota RunX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Toyota RunX and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota RunX | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RunX | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |