2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Avensis | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
