2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Audi A5

To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 300 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 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2011 Audi A5
Make Toyota Audi
Model Avensis A5
Year Released 2001 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 67 L


 

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