2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo

To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 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 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Paseo has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Paseo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Toyota Avalon 1996 Toyota Paseo
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avalon Paseo
Year Released 2000 1996
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2390 mm


 

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