2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 907 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Avensis | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
