2003 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |