2001 Nissan Xterra vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Nissan Xterra | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Xterra | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |