2001 Subaru WX 01 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 50 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 Subaru WX 01 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 Subaru WX 01 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 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Subaru WX 01 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Subaru Toyota
Model WX 01 Avensis
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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