2003 Ford GT vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
