2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 520 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 2012 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2012 Chrysler 300
Make Toyota Chrysler
Model Avensis 300
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 465 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5088 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1478 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3053 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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