2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 5 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Kia Carens 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. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Avensis | Carens |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
