2001 Ford EX vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 501 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | EX | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
