2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | GTI |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |