2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1995 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 1995 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
