1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 5 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Pod |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
