2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avanza | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1094 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
