1993 Toyota Century vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1993 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Century | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2800 mm |
