2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Jetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2578 mm |