2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 341 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Touareg 2007 Toyota Aygo
Make Volkswagen Toyota
Model Touareg Aygo
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3595 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 53 HP
Torque 361 Nm 132 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 73.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.6 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1231 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 4.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 35 L


 

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