2005 Toyota Aygo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 508 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Aygo | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Aygo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |