2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
