2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 729 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
