2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
