2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
