2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 15310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
