2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |