2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Subaru Impreza and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2003 Subaru Impreza | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Impreza | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 384 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |