2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Passat | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3270 mm |