2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
