2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 11 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
