2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
