2012 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Volkswagen up
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Touran and 2012 Volkswagen up were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 587 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen up.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Volkswagen up | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | up |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 75 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
