2006 Toyota Tundra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tundra | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
