2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 864 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Fortuner (343 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fortuner | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
