1995 Renault 19 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault 19 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
