1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2001 Toyota Will (274 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Will |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
