2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 352 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | FJ Cruiser | Touran |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |