2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | Avantissimo | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2900 mm |
