2002 Toyota Avensis vs. 2001 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 261 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry.

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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry. 2001 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Avensis 2001 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Avensis Camry
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.2 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.6:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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