2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Toyota Tundra and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 589 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
