1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.

Because 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Nissan Toyota
Model 200 SX Silvia Avensis
Year Released 1995 2001
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.1 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2710 mm


 

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