2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1999 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
