2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 199 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Touran | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
