2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 735 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 1995 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Toyota | Westfield |
| Model | Avensis | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
