2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2005 Toyota Tundra and 2005 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Tundra 2005 Volkswagen Citi
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Tundra Citi
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 1423 cc
Horse Power 187 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 850 kg
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2520 mm


 

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