2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
