1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
