2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |