1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 305 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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 (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Wagon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
