2010 Toyota Tundra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tundra | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tundra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
