2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A1. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Avensis | A1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
