2002 Honda City vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 428 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | City | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |