2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tacoma | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
