2010 Toyota Venza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Venza | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venza | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |