2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (180 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Avensis | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1524 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
