2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 2004 Honda FR-V and 2003 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 40 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 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Honda FR-V | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | FR-V | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |