2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
