2007 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Fortuner | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Fortuner | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |