2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Hilux |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |