2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Highlander | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
