2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (149 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
