2004 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Proton Gen-2 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. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Gen-2 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen-2 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
