2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 10 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
