2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 201 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | GTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
