2006 Toyota Prius vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Prius | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
