2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Avensis | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |
