2001 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Polo | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
