2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | iQ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
