2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 952 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | T5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |