2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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. Both 2001 Toyota Avensis and 2005 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, both vehicles can yield 192 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avensis | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
