2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 679 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Echo | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2819 mm |
