2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |