2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Blackhawk | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 196 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |