2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 377 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 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Avensis | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
