2004 Toyota Highlander vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 104 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (329 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Highlander | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
