1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avalon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 126 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
