2011 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen T5 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | T5 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |