2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
