1999 Kia Elan 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 Kia Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Elan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Elan (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan.
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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Elan | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Elan | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
