2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2009 Ascari A10

To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 8 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.

Because 2009 Ascari A10 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 2009 Ascari A10. 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2009 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2009 Ascari A10 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 2009 Ascari A10
Make Toyota Ascari
Model Avensis A10
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 625 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 346 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 2.8 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 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1138 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2636 mm


 

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