1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
