2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 321 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
