2002 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 496 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 Camry (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Avensis | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
