2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Airflite | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
