2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Tundra 2010 Volkswagen Polo
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Tundra Polo
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 424 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5820 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1682 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1462 mm
Wheelbase Size 3710 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km


 

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