2008 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Epica and 2008 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Epica. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Epica | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Epica | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |