1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2004 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avensis. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda Activehicle 2004 Toyota Avensis
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Activehicle Avensis
Year Released 1999 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L


 

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