1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Toyota Avensis 2006 Toyota Hilux
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Hilux
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.5:1
Top Speed 200 km/hour 150 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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