2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 286 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 4Runner | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |