2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 107 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Avensis | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1353 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |