2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Avensis and 2005 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Citi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |