2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 285 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |