2012 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 204 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 2012 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Routan | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2038 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
