2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2002 Toyota Pod has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Pod |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
