1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 322 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
