2005 Toyota Aygo vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo 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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2005 Toyota Aygo | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Aygo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |