2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 115 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 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i40 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 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Avensis | i40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |