2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1200 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Avanza | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avanza | T5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |