2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 961 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Passat | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
