2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Caldina | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |