2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
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 (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |