2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Allion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
