2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 279 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avensis | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
