2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avensis | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
