2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 589 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1404 mm |
