2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
