2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 31 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
