2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 672 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacoma | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |