2006 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen T5. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | T5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |