2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 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 Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
