2001 Lexus RX vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2001 Lexus RX and 2001 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lexus RX 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Lexus Toyota
Model RX Avensis
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 198 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm


 

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