2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 436 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | GTI | Venza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
