2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |