2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (321 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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.
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2004 Porsche Cayenne | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayenne | Avensis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 192 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1460 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |