2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avanza would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Avanza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |