1986 Subaru XT vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 122 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
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1986 Subaru XT | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | XT | Avensis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |