2012 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen T5 and 2012 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 83 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen T5 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | T5 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |