2002 Lada 117 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | 117 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
