2001 Suzuki GSX R4 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Because 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | GSX R4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
