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. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 | 1896 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
