Volkswagen Amarok 2022 vs Toyota Tacoma 2023
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Volkswagen Amarok) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Tacoma) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 270 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 420 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Volkswagen Amarok engine produces 120 HP less power than Toyota Tacoma, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Toyota Tacoma. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 11.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 69 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 237 mm (9.3 inches) | 279 mm (11 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Toyota Tacoma can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.36 m | 5.41 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.98 m | |
| Height: | 1.88 m | 1.89 m | |
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Volkswagen Amarok is smaller. Volkswagen Amarok is 5 cm shorter than the Toyota Tacoma, 6 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 12.9 meters | 13.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volkswagen Amarok is 0.6 metres less than that of the Toyota Tacoma, which means Volkswagen Amarok can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | no data | 2`660 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 51 000 | no data | |
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