2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2710 mm |
