2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12

To start off, both 2001 Toyota Avensis and 2001 Volkswagen W12 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.

Because 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 Volkswagen W12. 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 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 Volkswagen W12 has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 Toyota Avensis 2001 Volkswagen W12
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Avensis W12
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 148 HP 590 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 12.0:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 350 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 3.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2520 mm


 

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