2003 Nissan Avenir vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2003 Nissan Avenir and 2003 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2003 Nissan Avenir and 2003 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Avenir weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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. 2003 Nissan Avenir has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Avenir will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Avenir | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Avenir | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
