2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
