2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Auris 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Auris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
