2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2008 Toyota Avensis | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |