2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Vamos 2007 Toyota Avensis
Make Honda Toyota
Model Vamos Avensis
Year Released 2002 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 46 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 400 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 130 km/hour 222 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 60 L


 

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