2000 Nissan Pickup vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Nissan Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 2000 Nissan Pickup. 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 (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Pickup | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Pickup | Avensis |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |