2007 Toyota Avalon vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 6 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avalon | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Avalon | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
