1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Pickup | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pickup | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |