2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 178 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2003 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |