2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 9 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Routan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
