2010 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. Both 2010 Volkswagen T5 and 2011 Volkswagen T5 are equipped with a 2,459 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen T5 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | T5 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
