2007 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalon | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
