2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | GTI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| 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 | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
