2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
