2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 546 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.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avensis | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
