2003 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Almera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
