2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Highlander and 2007 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 353 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |