2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
