2011 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1597 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 640 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Sharan | Tundra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 1973 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 4180 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |