2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2005 Toyota Avensis and 2012 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| 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 | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
