2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 8 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. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Avensis | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
