1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
