2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 433 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Avensis | XC60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |