2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Cruiser (280 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2982 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
