2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (430 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
