2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | W12 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |