1999 Honda Z vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z 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, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
