1997 Nissan Crew vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew 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 1997 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Crew | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Crew | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |