2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 1997 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Tundra | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2470 mm |
