2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Impreza 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Impreza Avensis
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 224 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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