2006 Toyota Avensis vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara. 2006 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avensis | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Solara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
