2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avalon | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avalon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
