Toyota Cresta GX100 2.0 i (140 Hp)
Toyota Cresta:
The Toyota Cresta is a mid-size luxury car built by Toyota. It was launched in 1980 and shared the chassis with the Mark II/Cressida and Chaser and was the top-level car at Japanese dealership Toyota Vista Store. The Cresta was produced for five generations, and production stopped in 2001 when it was merged with the Chaser to form the short-lived Verossa. The goal of the Cresta was to offer a more luxurious package than the Mark II, while the Chaser was the performance-oriented version of the same platform, but sold at different dealerships....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GX100 Overview:
Toyota Cresta (GX100). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.6 l/100km). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (140 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GX90: 1992 - 1996).
| General: |
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Cresta |
| Generation: | GX100 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i (140 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1G-FE More details about the engine 1G-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Space: |
| Max. weight: | 1330 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4750 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1755 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2730 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6JJ x 15 |
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