2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2000 Toyota Avalon and 2000 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Toyota Avalon | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalon | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |