1998 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 1998 Ford Escort and 1998 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |