2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |