2006 Mazda MPV vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Mazda MPV is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Mazda MPV.
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, 2006 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MPV | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
