2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
