2008 Mazda 5 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (138 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda 5 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Mazda Toyota
Model 5 Avensis
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Top Speed 182 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.4 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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