1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. 2004 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Rasheen | Avensis |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |