2002 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 326 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Avensis 2008 Toyota Highlander
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Highlander
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 65 L


 

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