2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 376 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Routan | Tundra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3270 mm |