2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Hilux | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Hilux | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |