2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Avensis | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
