2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 37 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 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Avensis | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 192 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |