1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 349 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 2009 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
