1996 Skoda Felicia vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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 Avensis (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Skoda Felicia | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Felicia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |