2011 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 508 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Rabbit | Venza |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |