1996 Ford Probe vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Probe | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
