1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Vitara | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Vitara | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
