2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avalon | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Avalon | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
