2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |