2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 882 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
