1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 15 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 910 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Avensis | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
