2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 354 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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2007 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |