2003 Mazda MPV vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV is newer by 4 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MPV weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Mazda MPV (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
