2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (250 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |