2001 Toyota Will vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 4 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Will 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. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Will | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Will | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
