2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |