2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 594 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Hilux 2010 Volkswagen Routan
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Hilux Routan
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2044 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 78 L


 

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