2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
