1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
