1999 Toyota Camry vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Camry | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
