2003 Acura EL vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Acura EL. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | EL | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |