2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord 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 2010 Honda Accord
Make Toyota Honda
Model Avensis Accord
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L