2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tundra | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tundra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4190 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |