2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avensis.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Passat | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |