2000 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 756 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 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
