2010 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 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), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 319 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen T5 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | T5 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
