2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Tundra
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L


 

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