2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 391 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris. 2002 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Auris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Auris | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Auris | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
