1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 321 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2007 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Lantra | Avensis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |