2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 684 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (441 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Tundra 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Tundra Jetta
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4671 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2148 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4557 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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