2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Tundra | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |