2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 172 kg more 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
