2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Scudo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
