2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
