1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 195 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | 6000 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |