2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1996 Toyota MR2 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 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
