2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 2003 Toyota Avensis and 2004 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
