2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 56 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.

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, 2012 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Avensis 2012 Ford Fusion
Make Toyota Ford
Model Avensis Fusion
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1516 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1834 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2728 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.3 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 66 L


 

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