2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 729 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3010 mm |
