2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 896 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Passat | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1534 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |