2004 Honda City vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 7 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda City | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | City | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
