2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (203 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Piranha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2000 Pontiac Piranha has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Piranha will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Piranha | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
