1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Toyota Avensis 2005 Honda Accord
Make Toyota Honda
Model Avensis Accord
Year Released 1997 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1762 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 16.7:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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