2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |