2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 485 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 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Santa Fe | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |