2005 Marcos TS vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TS | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | TS | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |