2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Silvia | Echo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
